Expertise:
Systematic theology; Christology; World religions
Hobbies/Sports:
Walking; Reading; Religious writings
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in World Religion, Temple University (1979); Ph.D. in Theology, Fordham University (1970); Master of Arts in Theology, Marquette University (1966); Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, University of Windsor (1964)
Affiliations Awards:
Catholic Academy of Sciences; Theta Alpha Kappa; Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem; Community Leaders of America; Dictionary of International Biography; Directory of American Scholars; Directory of Distinguished Americans; International Who's Who of Contemporary Achievement; International Who's Who in Education; International Who's Who of Intellectuals; Marquis Who's Who In the East; Marquis Who's Who in Religion; Marquis Who's Who of Emerging Leaders in America; Marquis Who's Who in America; Marquis Who's Who in American Education; Marquis Who's Who in the World; Men of Achievement; Personalities of America; Two Thousand Notable Americans; Who's Who in Society
Charity:
Eucharistic Minister, Immaculate Conception Parish (2008-Present); Christian Communities' Gathering of Northeastern PA (1999-Present); Chairman, Immaculate Conception Parish Pro-Life Committee (1994-Present); Religious Emblems Counselor, Boy Scouts of America (1993-1996); Men of the Sacred Heart (1994-Present); Ecumenism and Inter-Faith Commission of the Diocese of Scranton (1992-Present); Subject Specialist Examiner for the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (1995)
Number Of Years In Profession:
43
Number Of Years In Current Position:
33
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work, perseverance and, especially, Divine Providence.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through a natural progression of opportunities.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Functioning as professor and chair of the Department of Religious Studies; Teaching two to three courses; Resolving issues that arise; Attending policy and operational meetings and departmental meetings; Researching; Writing
Awards/Honors:
Medallion, Theta Alpha Kappa,National Honor Society for
Religious Studies (2009); Certificate of Achievement, Remington Registry (2009); Ronald Reagan Republican Gold Medal Award, National Republican Congressional Committee (2004); Certificate of Recognition for Commitment and Service, Marywood University, Distance Learning Program (2004); Certificate of Recognition as "Defender of Life," Susan B. Anthony List (2003); Multiple Awards for Speed Walking (1990-1996, 2001-2002)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. DeCelles intends to enter retirement.